Publications by authors named "B Seitz"
Topic: The aim of this study was to assess the meta-analysis of the studies comparing transepithelial photorefractive keratectomy (TransPRK) to classical photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) (mechanical or alcohol-assisted).
Clinical Relevance: While PRK is a well-established procedure, TransPRK, a newer, minimally invasive technique may reduce surgery time and improve patient outcomes. Comparing these techniques helps optimize surgical choices.
Keratectasias including keratoconus are pathological curvature anomalies of the human cornea, which can progress and lead to permanent visual impairment. Corneal crosslinking can be used to stabilize the disease. Criteria for performing crosslinking have been defined by legislation in Germany, including an increase of the maximum anterior surface curvature Kmax by ≥ 1 diopter within 12 months.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: To investigate the impact of donor diabetes mellitus on donor corneal tissue in organ culture on graft preparation, surgical outcomes, and graft survival.
Methods: Retrospective comparison of 273 eyes (218 patients) undergoing DMEK, divided into 2 subgroups [0: donor without diabetes (n = 210); D: donor with diabetes (n = 63)]. The data of visual acuity (VA), central corneal thickness (CCT) and endothelial cell count (ECC), and intra- and postoperative complications were collected.
Causes of Treatment Discontinuation in Retinal Diseases Treated with Intravitreal Injections.
Klin Monbl Augenheilkd
September 2025
Purpose: To determine the most common reasons for treatment discontinuation in patients with retinal diseases undergoing intravitreal injections (IVI s).
Methods: A retrospective study was conducted with all patients who underwent IVI therapy in our Department of Ophthalmology between January 2016 and January 2024. We investigated the reasons for therapy discontinuation, including non-persistence (declining therapy).